Head of Careers in Frankston

Located on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, Woodleigh School is an independent, coeducational school comprising two Junior Campuses, Minimbah in Frankston South and Penbank in Moorooduc and a Senior Campus in Langwarrin South. At the heart of a Woodleigh Education is our commitment to the holistic development of every student within our school. We provide a nurturing and challenging environment that supports students to develop the knowledge, skills and dispositions that they will need to thrive, at and beyond school. We aim to develop independent, resilient, creative and compassionate individuals who can find personal success in life, while making a positive contribution to the communities in which they live.

Woodleigh is currently seeking applications for Head of Careers to be based at our Senior Campus in Langwarrin South. This is a full time, ongoing position. The Head of Careers is responsible for leading an innovative careers education program that provides students with the information, opportunities, experiences and support aligned with their profiles, passions and interests. The Head of Careers works in collaboration with other school leaders to provide students, parents and staff with information that enables a smooth and successful transition through the senior years of school to further study or work. This position involves the delivery of high-quality Careers education and advice to Woodleigh students from Years 7 to 12, including counselling for VCE students after they have received their results.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Delivery of Career Education and Development
• Deliver a career development program consistent with the National Standards for Professional Career Development that exposes students to self-awareness activities designed to assist them to clarify their skills, values, interests and aptitudes
• Co-ordinate and resource various teams to deliver Year 10 Careers Program that culminates in VCE subject selection and includes career assessment instruments (Morrisby Testing)
• Co-ordinate a team of teachers to deliver a job-seeking and interview program/s for all Year 9 students who prepare a comprehensive Job Portfolio.
• Coordinate Yr. 11 Industry Tour program with external partners
• Organise Mock Interview program for all Year 9 students
• Individual Student Counselling and Parent Interface Event organisation
• Professional Development and Regular Meetings
• Communication of Information
• Administration

Selection Criteria:

• Must be able to demonstrate experience with/understanding of Careers and Vocational Educational and Training programs
• Experience/training in careers education
• Commitment to ongoing development of a sound knowledge and understanding of relevant VCAA and tertiary admissions requirements
• Commitment to ongoing development of knowledge and understanding of the teaching pedagogies and practices relevant to careers CET education, and to optimising learning for all students
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, good negotiation and influencing skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• High computer literacy and a degree of competency in the use of learning technology
• An understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children
• Relevant classroom teaching experience or experience working with children
• Professional practice that is strongly aligned with the expectations of The Woodleigh Teacher

Education and Qualifications:

• Appropriate tertiary qualification in Education.
• Post Graduate qualification in Career Counselling
• A knowledge of and experience with current educational trends in Careers and VET education.

Conditions of Employment:

• A VIT Registration is desirable for this position.
• Qualification and First Aid Training confirmation is required for this position.

Woodleigh School is an equal opportunity employer. Woodleigh School is committed to a Child Safe school environment and has zero tolerance of child abuse.